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R590 LUT

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,836 mi
Last recorded28,836 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR590 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 28,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 28,345 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 28,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 27,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 27,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 26,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 26,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 25,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 23,213 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 20,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 17,906 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 17,263 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 16,181 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008

No lights fitted at time of test

day time use only and not at times of restricted light

Pass 29 May 2007
Pass 6 Apr 2006

How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?

Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 473
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 285
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 173
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R590 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 15,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Thunderbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R590 LUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R590 LUT registered?

R590 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R590 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R590 LUT shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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